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RE: How often do you actually test your main water shut-off?
Can’t say I’m as consistent as twice a year - usually just once unless I’ve got a reason to mess with it. I get what you mean about the grease, though. I actually stopped using it for that exact reason; seemed like more ...
RE: Turning sunlight into hot showers: best kits or hacks?
- Honestly, I’ve had more run-ins with inspectors than I care to admit. Sometimes it feels like they’re making it up as they go. - I get the temptation to skip insulation if the climate’s mild, but I’ve seen a few folk...
RE: Best ways to prep your home for sudden flooding?
- Can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen people drop big $$ on fancy flood sensors, but ignore the basics. - Downspouts dumping water right at the house? That’s like inviting the flood in for coffee. - Grading is hu...
RE: Making sure your home’s pipes are up to code - how I do it
- I’ve tried the steel wool trick too, but yeah, mice just treat it like a speed bump. - Metal conduit is solid for PEX if you can swing it, but honestly, cost and space make that a pain in most retrofits. - Expandin...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
Yeah, character is one word for it... I had a sink that was so slanted, the soap kept sliding off and landing in the trash. Tried shimming the vanity with cardboard - looked terrible but did the trick for a while. Honest...
RE: Getting more hot water from my solar heater - what am I missing?
Couldn’t agree more with that. I’ve tried chasing “fancy” upgrades before, but honestly, dialing in the basics usually gets you 90% there. Pipe insulation is dirt cheap and makes a bigger difference than most folks expec...
RE: What if your street flooded because drains were clogged?
I’ve wondered the same thing. Here’s how I usually handle it: - I’ll clear the leaves off the surface, just enough so water can get through. City’s never said anything, and I doubt they’re patrolling for that. - If ther...
RE: Need some advice on choosing new plumbing fixtures
- Chrome’s definitely easier to live with, no question. - I’ll admit, matte black looks sharp in photos, but in real life? Water spots and toothpaste splatters show up fast, especially if you’ve got hard water. - Bru...
RE: Battle Of The Blocked Sink: Which Magic Potion Actually Works?
- Couldn’t agree more about the “expensive bottles of hope.” I swear, some of those drain cleaners are just scented water with a side of disappointment. - I’ve tried the big-name ones, the “eco-friendly” ones, and even t...
RE: Plumbing tips that change with the seasons
Foam sleeves are decent, but they're not always a guaranteed fix - especially if your pipes are in a tricky spot. Last winter, I had pipes running along an exterior wall in a bathroom addition. Did the foam sleeve thing,...